‍Person-centred therapy is a humanistic approach to counselling. With this counselling approach, given the right conditions, anyone has the capability of reaching their full potential, improving their quality of life and enhancing their mental health. In person-centred therapy, a counselling session moves towards an empathetic, non-directive approach where the sessions are led by the client rather than by the therapist. This approach motivates and empowers clients throughout the therapeutic process to ensure they feel comfortable and supported to discuss their challenges at their own pace.

What makes person-centred therapy different from other approaches?

Attending a counselling session with a person-centred therapist encourages you to discuss your concerns and steer the conversation. You will lead this counselling session instead of relying on a counsellor to force the discussion. Some people struggle with the idea of counselling as they are afraid of being pressured into answering certain questions or discussing topics that they don’t feel comfortable with and are not ready to discuss, but with person-centred therapy, you are able to share things when you feel ready.Some people are under the assumption that counsellors can solve all their problems, but really therapy is a two-way street where the client needs to be able to share their inner thoughts and feelings in order to find a path forward. With the person-centred approach, your therapist will let you explore your feelings, concerns, behaviours, beliefs, and worldview without adding any pressure. They simply guide the conversation while giving the client the power to reveal what they are happy to share. This can really help people who struggle to open up as they are able to build a relationship with their counsellor before covering sensitive topics.

Everyone has vast resources within themselves.

According to the creator of the person-centred therapy approach, individuals have vast resources within themselves. These resources are sufficient for self-understanding and changing basic attitudes, self-concepts, and behaviours. The problem is many people do not know how to unlock this ability and instead feel boxed into their life without a route out.As a person-centred therapist based in Warrington, I have learned to identify and trust individuals’ potential. I provide my clients with unconditional support and empathy to help facilitate the change. With the person-centred approach, I empower my clients to discuss their inner feelings, experiences and emotions in their own time and in a way that does not lead to additional anxiety. By working together, we can find the root causes of your unhappiness, break them down and develop coping mechanisms to help you lead a happier and healthier life.

The benefits of person-centred therapy.

Do you want to know what makes person-centred counselling worth considering? Below are some of the key benefits.

It helps you discover your capabilities.

A person-centred therapist helps you to better understand your mental health condition and gives you the support and resources that you need to start recovering. As an experienced therapist, I have helped countless people to improve their quality of life by evaluating how they feel and what makes them feel this way, then developing a strategy in collaboration with them that can reduce their symptoms and improve their lives. Person-centred therapists are passionate about building relationships with their clients, so they feel comfortable discussing anything in their counselling sessions. In order to have the best possible results, it’s important to disclose anything that is troubling you and not feel insecure or self-conscious. Therapists are here to help and never place judgement or blame.

Suitable for individuals of all ages.

Fortunately, person-centred therapy is an option for people of most ages. Whether you are a student who is struggling with stress and exam pressure, a young adult who has experienced the loss of a loved one or the breakdown of a marriage, or an elderly person who is suffering from health anxiety, this method of therapy can offer you the support you need. Person-centred therapy has been proven to work with a variety of personal issues and mental health conditions. It focuses on creating an environment where you feel at ease and comfortable, ready to share, grow and heal in your own time.

A better opportunity to understand your feelings.

Many prefer this therapy approach as it allows them to control the conversations and pacing of their counselling sessions. You are able to open up when you feel ready rather than being pressured into sharing when you don’t feel comfortable doing so. The whole experience is designed to follow a non-directed approach, empowering you to unpick your emotions and better understand your behaviour while a therapist simply guides and supports you through the process. By having a safe, judgement-free environment to share your inner feelings, you are able to speak openly about your concerns, experiences, and emotions without any fear of repercussion and gain wisdom from a professional who has helped other people in similar situations.

Helps individuals to overcome their problems.

The person-centred therapy approach is particularly beneficial in helping people overcome specific problems, such as grief, stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, or other mental health conditions. When you are struggling with a mental health condition, a therapist can help you to identify the real cause behind it and work with you to find a path forward.These conditions can impact self-reliance, self-esteem, and self-awareness significantly, but with person-centred counselling, you are able to reconnect with your strengths, understand what you have been through and find acceptance. Understanding what makes you feel a certain way is a big part of combating any mental health condition, and by working with a counsellor, you can have the support you need to uncover the issues and resolve them.Person-centred is a one-of-its-kind counselling approach that helps people to recover and reach their maximum potential. As a person-centred counsellor based in Warrington, Cheshire, I have a wealth of experience in helping my clients to feel comfortable, discuss sensitive issues openly and find resolutions. If you would like to learn more about how I work or book a session, please visit my website and let’s get you on the road to recovery.